Talking Therapy Plymouth
Find a professional therapist for Talking Therapy in Plymouth, to help with your needs.
What is Talking Therapy?
Talking Therapy is often used to help with mental health issues or problematic behavioural patterns. It takes place in a safe environment, where you can talk in confidence to a trained therapist about your life and any issues you are experiencing/have experienced in the past, in order to identify what could be the trigger for your confusion, pain, reactions, behaviour or habits etc.
“Your Counsellor will approach your concerns with objectivity while also being empathetic. They’ll attentively hear you out without passing any criticism to aid in your exploration of your feelings and thoughts. While they may provide insights, they won’t impose their opinion on you; rather, they’ll assist in directing you towards a solution.
K. Daymond & S. Millward, BACP, July 2022 (last accessed 10/03/23)
Find a Talking Therapist
Please find a selection of therapists for talking therapy in Plymouth, below. Select ‘view profile’ to read more about each therapist and the services they provide. Once you have identified which therapist you would like to work with, please contact them directly using the contact details on their profile.
Toby Ross-Bryant
Available: Thursday & Friday
I am an integrative counsellor offering a warm, supportive, and confidential space for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, identity issues, or feeling stuck and overwhelmed.
I see therapy as a collaborative process and a space where you can bring whatever is going on for you without judgement. Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, relationships, and experiences at a pace that feels right for you.
Lee Ash
Available: Monday to Friday
Hi, I’m Lee Ash. I am a fully qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor and Therapist covering Plymouth, and surrounding areas. I have 20 years of experience providing counselling and therapy. I believe in working with clients to understand their concerns in a friendly and non-judgemental manner. My experience has been gained working in the NHS as well as the private, charitable, and voluntary sectors.
Beth Hicks
Available: Monday – Friday
I’m an Integrative Therapist and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), with many years’ experience in private practice and thousands of client hours working with adults, children, and young people aged 11 and above.
I work in a psychodynamic way, believing that our past experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate in the present — and that by understanding these patterns, we can create meaningful change for the future.
Danielle Northcott
Available: Thursday and Friday
I am a Clinical Associate in Psychology (CAP) specialising in 1:1 psychological therapy with adults (age 18+). I believe that meaningful change begins with the therapeutic relationship. When we can experience a relationship in which we feel genuinely seen, heard, held and understood, we may begin to develop a deeper understanding of ourselves and our situation — creating a foundation for growth and lasting change.
Laura Murton
Available: Tuesdays-Fridays
I am a BACP-registered Counsellor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. My approach is primarily person-centred, providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. I recognise that no single approach works for everyone, so while my foundation is person-centred, I also integrate other therapeutic approaches when suited to the individual, ensuring truly tailored support.
Dr Mark Worthington
Available: Monday (All Day), Tuesday (All Day) and Wednesday Mornings
As a clinical psychologist experienced in working with trauma and severe and enduring difficulties that might attract all kinds of psychiatric diagnoses, I recognise that understanding your unique circumstances and experiences is key to developing a sense of recovery (or perhaps discovery) and a better future. I can offer consultation sessions to help you begin to understand your situation usefully, and to develop ideas about how things might be different for you.
Debra Nicholls
Available: Monday & Tuesday mornings until 1.30pm.
I am Debra, a counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). I work with clients from a person-centred perspective. I am passionate about using my skills to work with clients to overcome personal challenges and move towards a happier and more satisfying life. I adhere to the values of respect, trust, fairness and honesty within my work.
Bernadette Fitch
Available: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2pm-9pm
I offer compassionate, professional talk therapy to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, improve emotional well-being, and foster personal growth. My approach is tailored to your unique needs. I draw from evidence-based methods such as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and other proven techniques to support you.
Tia Webber
Available: Monday-Friday
Hello I am Tia and a Pluralistic Counsellor working with Adults, Young People and Children and Couples. I offer counselling face to face or online. As a Pluralistic Counsellor I draw on Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT approaches to support and improve your mental health and well being.
Tanya Griffiths
Available: Monday-Friday, Morning & Afternoons up to 4pm
I am Tanya, a qualified psychotherapist with a level 4 diploma in hypnotherapy and psychotherapy. I have an integrative style, which means that I will use a variety of modalities in our sessions, tailoring them to work with your particular issue. I focus on a person centred approach, which means that the sessions are completely led by you. My goal is to provide a space for you to be heard and held, ensuring you feel you are not alone.
Heather Cowie
Available: Tuesdays
As a counsellor and secondary school teacher, I have supported both adults and young people 11yrs+ with many of life’s issues. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, bereavement, or simply seeking personal growth, I can help you explore what’s going on for you, in a friendly, positive and constructive way.
Iryna Wallis
Available: Please enquire for availability
Hi, I’m Iryna – BACP-registered person-centred counsellor with a warm and down-to-earth approach. I’ve been working with young people at a local charity since 2017, and now expanding my practice to work with adults as well.
I speak English, Ukrainian and Russian, so if your first language is one of those – I will be happy to adapt.
Hassi Carder-Gilbert
Availability: I can be flexible. Please contact me to discuss.
Hi, I’m Hassi. I am a warm person who genuinely wants you to feel safe and well-supported, so you can trust in me. I’m a HCPC registered Allied Health Professional. You might be experiencing problems at work, rest, or play that are psychological, physical or practical. I offer integrated person-centred approaches, including CBT. Sessions are based in the here and now and designed to immediately improve your quality of life and build new skills so that change lasts. I am the founder of a not-for-profit and I offer a free consultation with no obligation, to see if I would suit you.
Darcie Reeve
Available: Mon, Thu & Fri evenings – 1600 – 2000 hours & Saturday 09.00-14.00 hours
I have studied Hypnotherapy for just under 5 years, branching off into neuro linguistic programming and courses in stage hypnosis. Qualifying more recently, as a rapid transformation therapy practitioner (RTTP) in hypnotherapy.
I used hypnotherapy to change my own life experiences and challenges, this left a lasting impression and led to me to want to learn, improve and develop my own skills and understanding.
A natural progression into learning different methods of induction has helped me to tailor my hypnotherapy to the individual. Learning how to recognise how people are more susceptible to suggestion than others, to how the subconscious mind can protect and sometimes even punish us depending on the emotional challenges faced.
Jo Langston
Available: Please contact me to discuss – I am flexible.
As a therapist it’s my role to listen to your experiences, understand what’s at the root of your feelings and work together to find a way forward.
More often than not, the struggles we encounter as adults are grounded to some extent in our experiences growing-up. This doesn’t mean therapy is about digging into every corner of your childhood, but our sessions will seek to understand where experiences earlier in your life may be unintentionally getting in the way of you confidently moving forward. We will find ways for you to heal and soothe previous challenges and traumas, feel a sense of calm and self-assurance and develop positive coping strategies should life present challenges in the future.
Dr Alison Hodgetts
Available: Friday
When I work with children, young people and their families I have a very open and curious approach; discovering a story, how it has developed and working with people to discover together how it might need to change. I am aware that there is not a “one size fits all” type of therapy and in my work I draw upon and integrate a variety of models including, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
Zoe Williams
Available: Thursday mornings
Alternate Saturday mornings
Hi, my name is Zoe and I am a Person Centred Counsellor. I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy. As a Person Centred Counsellor I believe it’s important to provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you feel seen and heard. It can be daunting searching for a counsellor but we can all face difficult times in our lives and feel the need to reach out to someone. My approach focuses on empathy, respect and genuine connection.
Adam Smith
Available:
Fridays 2:15 – 9:00pm, Saturdays 9:00am – 2:00pm
My therapeutic style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. My approach is person-first. I bring both clinical training and lived experience to my practice. Whether you’re struggling with addiction, anxiety, relationships or simply feeling stuck in life,I create a safe space for a therapeutic conversation and work with people to untangle unhelpful narratives, and knit together new ones.
Lisa Chaffer
Available: Tuesdays to Thursdays
Hello, I’m Lisa Chaffer. I am a fully qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor and Therapist, which means I use a range of therapeutic approaches according to your needs. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt therapy, Transpersonal Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I would work with you to establish what you want to get from the counselling. Initially, you may not know what that is, so we would take time to talk about this. I aim to work collaboratively with you in a non-judgmental and friendly manner and help you make sense of your experiences.
Mandy Johnson
Availability: Monday – Saturday
Hi, I’m Mandy. As a therapist, I am here to offer support as you explore your feelings and experiences with compassion. I believe in meeting you where you are and guiding you through the process in a way that feels right for you. Together, we will explore different therapeutic approaches, including Inner Child Therapy, to help you reconnect with the parts of yourself that may still carry the weight of past pain.
Biddy Daniel
Available: Please enquire for availability
I am an Integrative Arts Psychotherapist, a registered member of the Health Care and Professions Council (HCPC), The British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with children, young people and adults. I have worked in the NHS, for several charities and in private practice supporting individuals with a range of complex mental health issues. I have also worked within schools, colleges and youth services.
Jason Owens
Available: Thursday and Friday Evenings
Hi, I’m Jason and I am a Person-Centred Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am also a qualified Youth Worker.
I am a down to earth counsellor who will listen to you and provide you with a warm and friendly space to explore your difficulties.
Mark Hayward and Fiona Miller
Available: Wednesday evenings, Thursday afternoons
We are Mark Hayward and Fiona Miller. We have both been practising for many years as qualified and registered systemic (relationship) psychotherapists.
We’ve worked together for over 20 years, developing an ethical approach that is conscious of cultural and gendered pressures and expectations. We’re also both registered with UKCP and AFT as psychotherapists and psychotherapy supervisors.
Raimonda Stephens
Available: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday – mornings
I am a qualified integrative and LGBTQ+ affirming counsellor.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space tailored to your unique experiences. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, or exploring your neurodivergence, I am here to listen and support you.
Lisa Briggs
Available: Flexible, please contact me to discuss.
I’m an integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer a confidential, warm, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I offer a free 20-minute consultation, either online or by phone. If you’re considering counselling, please feel free to get in touch – I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Dr Duncan Harris
Available: Monday – Friday
Hi, I’m Duncan, an independent Consultant Clinical Psychologist and specialist in working with autistic children (3 years +) and adults, as well as individuals with ADHD. I am also the Director of DH Psychology Ltd, which offers NICE-compliant diagnostic assessments for autism and ADHD that are accepted by education settings, NHS services, and employers. I can offer assessments for individuals with mental health difficulties (including responses to trauma), giftedness, as well as those with high-masking and/or demand-avoidant profiles.
Maria Pellow
Available: Please contact me
I am a registered and accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work in a person-centred way, which means I believe that you are the expert in your own life.
Lorraine Anderson
Available: Please contact Lorraine directly for availability.
As a relational therapist I offer a quiet sacred space for you to think, to breathe, to make sense of emotions and process past hurts, while moving forward into a renewed sense of self and personal growth. I work by blending cognitive, sensory and creative approaches as interventions for managing stress and anxiety or for grief and loss or to change unhealthy relationships into healthy ones: supporting the mind and body’s natural healing processes.
Sarah Moass
Available: Please contact Sarah directly for availability.
Sarah is a qualified EMDR Therapist, Psychological Therapist and Occupational Therapist. She specialises in mental health and psychological trauma and is the owner of Insero Therapy. Sarah has worked within the health and care sector for the past 18 years, working within a variety of settings including the NHS, Independent Sectors and Private Practice. For most of this time, she worked as a Senior Mental Health Practitioner supporting individuals with a range of complex and enduring mental health issues.
Sami Elliott
Available: Wednesday evenings and Thursday all day
‘Hi, my name is Sami, thank you for vising my page. I am an integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I feel passionately about the potential that counselling has to change lives and to help clients live in a way that is meaningful and fulfilling for them. Through my own experience with counselling, I know there is no single path when it comes to mental health and well-being – my style of counselling draws on many different theories, which enables me to best support the client as their needs and wants shift as therapy progresses. It also means I am able to draw from the experience and expertise of many theorists and therapists to best support you as a client.
Gia D’Aprano
Available:
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Hello and welcome. I’m an integrative counsellor inviting you on your own individual journey towards healing, growth, and deeper self-understanding. My approach combines person-centred counselling with techniques that engage with the soul aspects of the psyche. I offer creative methods such as sand play therapy, and dreamwork.
Elizabeth ‘Tizzy’ Firman
Available: Tuesday – Thursday
Elizabeth is dedicated to supporting people with anxiety, depression, stress and mental health issues, for your emotional wellbeing. Elizabeth is a fully qualified Person Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapy, she set up private practice in 2019. Elizabeth works with wide-ranging emotional and behavioural difficulties, including Abuse, Autism, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, low mood, Eating disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Trauma and many more.
Holly Ryan
Available: Monday – Friday
Hi, I’m Holly. I’m an NCPS Level 4 counsellor who draws on a wide range of theories, approaches, and professional knowledge to best support your individual needs. I may use methods such as Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, Gestalt, or more creative techniques to help you explore what’s going on inside when you feel stuck.